Technology, 26th Mar 2019, News & Stories from India

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Technology 26 Mar 2019

Technology, 26 Mar 2019

N6060 is launched with features like 2.8-inch display.

Jivi Mobiles launches N6060 phone that can charge another phone

This is not just the basic feature phone but it is equipped with all the features which you will never expect in Rs. 1699 price point.

26 Mar 2019 6:30 PM

This latest entrant in Haier’s washing machine range has been introduced keeping in mind the evolving lifestyles and usage patterns of the Indian consumers.

Haier introduces all-new top load fully automatic washing machine

Launches new 7.5Kg top load fully automatic washing machine that provides deeper cleaning and extra care to the fabrics.

26 Mar 2019 6:12 PM

The global study revealed that Indian gamers are spending nearly seven hours each week playing online games. (Photo: Pixabay)

Report reveals what Indian gamers are missing out while hooked on their screens

Compared with gaming consoles, computers, and tablets, mobile phones remain the most popular device for gameplay in India.

26 Mar 2019 5:53 PM

The HCL platform also enables quick onboarding and smoother agency collaboration, while standardizing processes around marketing activation.

HCL Technologies launches the ADvantage Experience platform

HCL’s ADvantage Experience platform is an omnichannel ecosystem that provides a conversational, and contextual ability for marketers.

26 Mar 2019 5:44 PM

Bloom works well with all Android and iOS devices and gets easily connected over Bluetooth for easy access.

Toreto launches Bloom smartwatch

Toreto Bloom measures the number of calories burnt, tests blood pressure, tracks heart rate, while keeping a count of the steps taken.

26 Mar 2019 5:34 PM

. There is a rapid pace of change in jobs and skills means there’s a growing demand to update skills as well and the job opportunities that are available today. (Photo: Pixabay)

5 companies helping employees in corporate learning

The speed of technology in workspace has led many companies to examine how their teams adapt and learn for future.

26 Mar 2019 4:50 PM

The ASUS RT AX88U is a dual band router that runs on the 802.11ax WiFi standard. (Photo: AP)

ASUS details 2019 product road map for India

The brand has introduced its first AX Router, TUF Gaming Chassis and ROG Delta.

26 Mar 2019 4:36 PM

Galaxy Apps Store provides a strong personalised recommendation engine delivering users the option to download the apps that would best serve their needs.

Samsung launches new “Make for India” Galaxy apps store for India

New Galaxy Apps Store brings app discovery and download experience in 12 local Indian languages.

26 Mar 2019 3:31 PM

The Galaxy A70 features a stylish prism effect that reveals stunning gradient colors depending on light direction and reflections.

Samsung Galaxy A70 launched with 32MP high-resolution front and rear lens

The handset comes with a 6.7-inch display, the biggest screen in the Galaxy A portfolio to date.

26 Mar 2019 3:21 PM

Some of the features of Chromium version of Edge include read aloud accessibility option, dark mode, support for extensions, and a dedicated extensions page.

Microsoft tests Chromium-powered Edge browser

You will also be able to install Chrome extensions from the Google Play Store which work seamlessly with the revamped Edge.

26 Mar 2019 3:09 PM

The survey also revealed that USD 444 is the average amount spent per drunk shopper. (Photo: ANI)

Amazon is first choice of drunk shoppers, finds survey

79 per cent of alcohol consumers have made at least one drunk purchase and Amazon is their favourite place to shop.

26 Mar 2019 2:44 PM

. In all, USD 23 million from Google in 2013 and USD 98 million from Facebook in 2015 were siphoned off. (Photo: ANI)

50-year-old pleads guilty to duping Facebook, Google

Rimasauskas allegedly asked money for services rendered by Quanta Computer be sent to a different bank account in Latvia and Cyprus.

26 Mar 2019 2:33 PM

The cheaper variant is likely to ditch the HD Rumble controller vibration and other features to bring down the costs.

Nintendo to launch two new Switch consoles this year

Nintendo plans to launch one advanced version of the console and another that would be smaller and also cheaper.

26 Mar 2019 2:25 PM

One can also check the number of times a particular message has been forwarded from the Message Info section. (Photo: Pixabay)

WhatsApp tests new 'frequently forwarded' label to curb fake news

The new feature is currently in beta for Android and labels messages you send as ‘frequently forwarded.’

26 Mar 2019 2:15 PM

With the feature, you can add a name to the event, provide a location and time, pick a category of the event, describe it, and also provide a website. (Photo: ANI)

Soon, create public events on Google Maps

The feature, called ‘Add a public event’ allows users to submit events similar to the public events being shown in Maps.

26 Mar 2019 2:06 PM

Facebook said it raced to remove hundreds of thousands of copies. (Photo: AP)

French Muslim group sues Facebook, YouTube over footage of Christchurch massacre

The CFCM said the companies had disseminated material that encouraged terrorism and harmed the dignity of human beings.

26 Mar 2019 1:59 PM

Though Alphabet Inc’s Google owns Android, its open source nature enables device makers to customise the operating system and package other apps with the operating system before delivering them to users.

Study shows limited control over privacy breaches by pre-installed Android apps

The study did not look at whether the EU’s GDPR laws would bring greater oversight to pre-installed apps on Android devices.

26 Mar 2019 1:52 PM

The European Commission will urge EU countries to share more data to tackle cybersecurity risks related to 5G networks but will not call for a Huawei ban.

A1 Group chooses Nokia as 5G equipment supplier in Austria

A1 Group, which is controlled by Mexico’s America Movil and the Austrian state, said Nokia would provide it with 5G wireless technology.

26 Mar 2019 1:46 PM

Researchers at cyber security company Symantec were also able to identify the attack against Asus users.

Hackers attacked one million-plus Asus users through malicious update

Moscow-based cyber security provider Kaspersky Lab said the attack took place between June and November last year.

26 Mar 2019 12:49 PM

Steven Spielberg explains his creative process on stage at Apple’s March 2019 event.

Spielberg, Oprah to make shows for Apple's new streaming service

A number of celebrities took stage to announce their shows on Apple TV+.

26 Mar 2019 12:42 PM

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